Why do you think psychology courses like this one are often requirements of so many different programs of study? 

Chapter 1 Learning Objective

By the end of this unit, students will be able to define what the study of psychology is.

Discussion Prompt

Why do you think psychology courses like this one are often requirements of so many different programs of study? Please explain your position. Make sure to include material from Chapter 1, Section 1.1 to support your position.

Instructions

You will receive up to 15 points for your three posts for this discussion topic. The guidelines for your posts are (1) you must begin a thread of your own by posting your own answer or position in writing that is at least 100 words in length, and (2) you must provide feedback for at least two other students’ posts in writing that is at least 100 words in length for each post.